Course overview

Adolescents – youth counsellor course provides an effective support to the psychological and emotional distress of those in need and plays a pivotal role in the overall well being of the society. This Comprehensive and experiential youth training program provides the participants with a general overview of role and functions of a youth counsellor. It also equips them with a set of skills and competencies so as to effectively work as counsellors with young adults.

Objectives:

• Youth counsellor course is designed to respond the need of aspirant young counsellor to practiced their counseling techniques. 
• Gain a basic level of understanding of Counseling as a support process, role and functions of a youth counsellor.
• Gain and practice various skills and competencies required for a counselling.
• Understand the basic theories and approaches used in effective Counselling
• Gain insights into various issues experienced by young adults that require Counselling
• Gain a beginner level understanding of counselling process and practices so as to effectively function as counsellors within the scope.

Course Outline

• Introduction to Counselling- Role and Functions of a Counsellor
• Coaching, Mentoring and Counselling
• Counselling Skills- Interpersonal skills for counsellors-Confidence, Attitude
• Communication skills for Counsellors- Verbal and Non-Verbal skills
• The art of effective listening.
• Probing and Prompting techniques for effective Counselling
• Understanding Motivation and motivational drivers
• The conscious, subconscious and unconscious minds
• Defense mechanisms of the mind
• Approaches to Counselling: Existential Counselling
• Introduction to Gestalt theory
• Role of psychometrics in counselling for skill building
• Common Youth issues: Bullying at study place, Adult abuse, Peer pressure, Substance abuse,
• Common youth issues contd.: physiological conditions, Obesity, Hormones, and Sexuality etc.

Topics Covered 

• Stress, Anxiety and depression Causes and Coping techniques
• Anger, Aggression, Passive aggression-Managing techniques
• Introduction to cognitive behavioral therapy CBT
• Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and its role in Counselling, with special emphasis on empathy and sensitivity
• Practical Counselling-Framework
• Ethics in Counselling: Maintaining Confidentiality and trust,

Who is it for:

• All eligible candidates, who wish to gain a basic level competencies in Youth Counselling Process.
• All interested individuals who are aspirant counsellor can join this Youth Counsellor course. 

Training Methodology

• The Training will be delivered in line with the latest adult learning principles.
• The training program is highly interactive in nature with training delivered with a combination of lectures, Prezi-presentations, practical examples, activities, role-plays, video presentations, discussions and energizers in between.
• Each session will have activities involving; mock sessions/role-plays/group tasks, followed by discussion and debrief, Q&A and re-cap sessions.
• Trainees will be provided with courseware which includes, study material, handouts, and activity sheets etc.

Why Optimizer Middle East?

Optimizer Middle East stands out as a trusted learning and development partner committed to building competent, ethical, and practice-ready professionals. With a strong focus on experiential learning, Optimizer Middle East bridges the gap between theory and real-world application—an essential requirement in the field of youth counselling.

The Adolescents – Youth Counsellor Course at Optimizer Middle East is carefully designed to align with global counselling standards while addressing the unique psychological, emotional, and social challenges faced by young adults today. The program is delivered by experienced facilitators with practical exposure, ensuring participants gain not just conceptual knowledge but also hands-on counselling skills through role-plays, mock sessions, case discussions, and reflective activities.

Optimizer Middle East follows modern adult learning principles, offering highly interactive, engaging, and learner-centered training. Participants benefit from structured courseware, real-life examples, psychometric insights, and guided practice in counselling techniques, communication, empathy, and ethical conduct.

By choosing Optimizer Middle East, learners gain a supportive learning environment, practical skill development, and a strong foundation to begin or enhance their journey as youth counsellors—empowering them to make a meaningful impact on individual lives and society at large.